Wind energy

Renewables must not be used as a ‘political football’ and all aspects of green energy must be taken into consideration when decisions are made

Saturday June 08 2013, 1.01am, The Times

Saturday June 08 2013, 1.01am, The Times

Sir, Onshore wind is supported by 68 per cent of the British public, and actively opposed by only 11 per cent, according to Government research. This does not mean we should ignore local opposition, but it is important to remember that those who oppose developments are more likely to make a noise about their views than those who support or have no strong views either way. The same research found that 56 per cent of the public are “happy to have a large-scale renewable energy development in my area”.